Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Embargo on developing primitive weapon (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "primitive weapon". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is BOOMERANG. Explanation: anagram of EMBARGOON ("Embargo on") [anagram: "developing"] = BOOMERANG; definition: "weapon"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Embargo on developing primitive weapon (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BOOMERANG.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Embargo on developing primitive weapon (9)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.